I think the only thing keeping the Remington versions going is the fact that its chambered in the Model Seven which is a great match up and is what the SM's shoulld be all about. In an artical by Jim Zumbo he says the Model Seven in the 300 Remington SM is the best elk rifle going. I think he has a point. Its a short light easy to carry rifle which should serve elk hunters well. The updated Model 94.